Amentum is seeking an Instructional Systems Designer/Developer to support our team at Fredericksburg, VA. The primary purpose of this position is to support our client’s education and training for commanders and staffs involved in personnel recovery operations. The function of this position includes the process of developing and designing curriculum, coordination of implementation, and the assessment of the effectiveness of the curriculum to improve student learning. In this role, will work directly with the subject matter experts to obtain and write content that meets the course goal, learning outcomes, and associated educational objectives.

Responsibilities:

Analyze training requirements to write a course development plan.
Use Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE) instructional design process.
Develop, write, edit, and review course materials with input and assistance from field Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
Research and write programs of instruction, lesson plans, concept cards, and other instructional materials in compliance with government formats
Develop performance methods and testing instruments.
Select the most appropriate instructional strategy for classroom delivery.
Develop learning outcomes and education objectives using Blooms Taxonomy.
Identify content appropriate for development of job aids.
Design and develop realistic scenarios and case studies.
Develop assessment tools for courseware validation.
Assist media in selecting appropriate graphics and media vignettes to enhance teaching.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Psychology, Curriculum Development, Behavioral Science, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years in training and development experience.
Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.
Knowledge and application of adult education theories, methods, and strategies.
Excellent written and verbal skills including technical writing skills.
Prior employment wherein knowledge of DOD processes and systems was required.
Able to work independently or in a multidisciplinary team environment; must be flexible and detail/deadline oriented.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
A working knowledge of the JPRA-PRETC structure and the organizations serviced.
Requires knowledge of Department of Defense, Air Force regulations, organizational policies, procedures, or other instructions relating to specific assigned functions.

Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.

Compensation Details:

N/A

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

01/06/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Job ID

R0151207

Security Clearance

TS/SCI

About Amentum

Amentum brings industry-best expertise, processes, and technology to ensure the availability and reliability of our Government and commercial clients’ vital facilities and equipment. We apply our culture of excellence to operate, maintain, and manage your global assets and complex supply chains to meet modern challenges at home and abroad

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